When people think of Feltham, often the first thing which comes to mind is the prison.
But that pigeon holed view of the area is deeply unfair as it has a lot to offer.
Below we dig into what are some of the key areas to consider when researching an area including crime and house prices.
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Table of Contents
- About Feltham
- Transport Links
- Feltham Area Guide – Crime
- Feltham Area Guide – Demographics
- House Prices
- Feltham Area Guide- Things To Do
- Verdict – Feltham Area Guide
About Feltham
Feltham is a town in West London, England, 13 miles from Charing Cross.
Historically part of Middlesex, it became part of the London Borough of Hounslow in 1965.
The parliamentary constituency of Feltham and Heston has been held by Labour Party MPs since 1992.
In 2011, the population of the combined census area of Feltham, Bedfont and Hanworth was 63,368.
Transport Links
Feltham is served by a mainline railway station which connects it to London Waterloo.
Trains can take anywhere from 29 minutes to 45 minutes depending on the number of stops.A ticket costs £8.60 off peak at the time of writing.
There is no tube line connecting to Feltham. The nearest tube line is the Piccadilly Line from Hatton Cross or Hounslow West.
The area is well supported with road however with good access to motorways and fast roads.
Feltham Area Guide – Crime
According to the Met Police statistics, the crime rate in Feltham is higher than the average for London.
It is also higher than the England and Wales average as a whole.
In 2022, there were 3,072 crimes reported in Feltham, giving a crime rate of 112.96 crimes per 1,000 people.
This compares to a crime rate of 95.2 crimes per 1,000 people for London and 101.0 crimes per 1,000 people for England and Wales.
The crime rate in is higher than the average for the surrounding boroughs of Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames.
In 2022, the crime rate in Hounslow was 88 crimes per 1,000 people and the crime rate in Richmond upon Thames was 66 crimes per 1,000 people.
It is worthy of note that the crime rate in Feltham has decreased slightly in recent years.
In 2019, the crime rate in Feltham was 115.5 crimes per 1,000 people, compared to 112.96 now.
Feltham Area Guide – Demographics
As per the most up to date census, the population of Feltham is 70,500 with 24,600 households.
Feltham is a diverse area with mixes of various ethnicities, religions and cultures.
The majority of population in Feltham is White British (38.8%) or Asian (39.1%).
But there are also a number of people from Black backgrounds who call the area home (10.8%).
The majority of the population in Feltham is employed (71.2%), with the most common occupations being professional occupations (22.4%).
This is followed by administrative and secretarial occupations (15.3%) then sales and customer service occupations (14.4%).
The unemployment rate in Feltham is 3.8%, which is slightly lower than the average for London (4.2%).
The most common religions are Christianity (36.5%), Hinduism (26.6%), and Islam (20.3%).
House Prices
The average house price in Feltham is currently £465,000, while the average house price in London is £532,000.
Feltham is considerably more affordable than nearby places such as Twickenham where the average is over £706,000.
Despite recent rocky waters from interest rate rises, house prices remain stable in the area.
Feltham house prices have grown 5% in the last year and 18% since 2020 according to Rightmove.
Feltham Area Guide- Things To Do
The area has got entertainment for all the family, some highlights are as follows.
Hounslow Urban Farm
For animal lovers or those with children, a great day out is Hounslow Urban Farm.
The venue is a well equipped attraction where you can pet and feed barnyard animals. It is also home to snakes and Thai water dragons.
Hampton and Kempton Waterworks Railway
This heritage railway offers steam and diesel train rides through the beautiful Thames Valley countryside.
Kids will love seeing the trains up close and taking a ride on one.
In terms of prices, it’s very reasonable at £4 for adults 16yrs and over, £2 for children 3 to 15 years and under 3s go free.
Bedfont Lakes Country Park
Probably the highlight of the area is the fantastic Bedfont Lakes Country Park.
This large park offers a variety of activities for all ages, including walking, cycling, fishing, and boating.
There is also a children’s playground and a café. Kids will love playing in the park and enjoying the activities on offer.
Namaste Gurkha
Feltham is full of excellent Indian restaurants but our pick is the Namaste Gurkha.
It is known for its authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine, which is prepared using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
The menu features a wide variety of dishes, including curries, tandoori dishes, and biryanis. There are also a number of vegetarian and vegan options available.
We found it to have a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the staff are friendly and attentive.
Overall, Namaste Gurkha is a great place to enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends.
Verdict – Feltham Area Guide
From our trip to Feltham we found it to be a leafy, pleasent suburb.
The crime rates should be concerning to people considering the area but we felt safe and welcome when we were there.
Property prices are fair considering the balance of pros and cons, and given the links to Waterloo we understand why it is a popular commuter area.
Overall if you are looking for a nice place to live or visit without the associated price tag, Feltham is a good option.
